Stockton Named Scholarship Sponsor for Miss New Jersey 2026

At left, Belle Nicholas is Miss New Jersey 2025 and Delaney Higgins is Miss New Jersey Teen 2025.
Galloway, N.J. — The Miss New Jersey Organization is proud to announce that Stockton University has joined as an official scholarship sponsor for the 2026 competitions, supporting both Miss New Jersey 2026 and Miss New Jersey’s Teen 2026.
This partnership underscores a shared commitment to empowering young women through education, leadership development, and community service. Through Stockton University’s generous support, additional scholarship opportunities will be awarded to participants, helping them pursue higher education and achieve their academic and professional goals.
“We are thrilled to welcome Stockton University as a valued partner,” said Susan Nicolle, executive director of the Miss New Jersey Organization. “Their dedication to academic excellence and student success aligns perfectly with our mission to provide meaningful scholarship opportunities and foster the next generation of leaders.”
Located in southern New Jersey, Stockton University is widely recognized for its strong academic programs, commitment to sustainability and vibrant campus community. As a scholarship sponsor, the university will play an integral role in enhancing the overall impact of the Miss New Jersey program, which remains one of the leading providers of scholarships for young women in the state.
“Stockton University is proud to partner with the Miss New Jersey Organization to support educational opportunities that empower young women across our state,” said Terricita Sass, Stockton’s executive vice president and chief of staff. “This collaboration reflects Stockton’s commitment to fostering leadership, community engagement and personal growth, which are values that align with the mission of the Miss New Jersey program and the promise of its outstanding participants.”
The Miss New Jersey 2026 competition will be held from June 18-20, and the Miss New Jersey Teen 2026 competition will take place June 20. Both events will be held in Ocean City, continuing a long-standing tradition of celebrating achievement, talent and service along the Jersey Shore. Contestants from across the state will compete for scholarships and the opportunity to serve as ambassadors for their communities.
The winners will go on to compete for the title of Miss America and Miss America’s Teen at a date and location to be announced at a later time.
For more information about the Miss New Jersey Organization, scholarship opportunities, or the 2026 competition, visit www.missnj.org.


